A Cable Technician, or Cable Installer, is a professional who installs and repairs residential and commercial cable television systems and telecom networks. Their primary duties include installing equipment, inspecting and troubleshooting cable equipment and setting up internet networks.
A Cable Technician should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Cable Technician should be able to execute:
- Troubleshooting and repairing cable system infrastructure
- Installing data and voice cables for residential cable television and home router systems
- Installing cabled devices for home security systems
- Upgrading existing cable television and internet systems
- Performing cable system maintenance
A competitive Cable Technician will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Strong multitasking skills
- Ability to move equipment up to 75 pounds
- Strong understanding of mathematics and science
- Willingness to work as a team player
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Problem solving skills
- Knowledge of basic electronics
